New Development in Melrose, Massachusetts
3,442 development projects are moving through Melrose, Massachusetts's planning and zoning pipeline so far in 2026 — led by residential (795), commercial (335), industrial (24), open space (21). Boardwalk indexes each from the source city meeting record, typically 12–24 months before a building permit exists. Data updated 2026-06-23.
Data through June 23, 2026 · Updated June 24, 2026 · America/Denver · Refreshed weekly
Planning & zoning stage · 12–24 months before constructionMelrose projects (YTD 2026)
3,442
Project categories
9
Top type
Residential
U.S. projects indexed (YTD)
321,350
Melrose development by the numbers
| Project type | Projects (YTD) |
|---|---|
| Residential | 795 |
| Commercial | 335 |
| Industrial | 24 |
| Open Space | 21 |
| Recreational | 15 |
| Conservation | 10 |
| Recreational (Public) | 5 |
| Mixed Use | 3 |
What new projects are filed in Melrose right now?
| Project | Location | Type | Latest action | Meeting date | Applicant |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 140 Howard Street New Single-Family Dwelling | 140 Howard Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-03-11 | — |
| 174 Green Street Site Plan Review | 174 Green Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Development | under review | 2026-02-23 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 28 Crystal Street Two-Family Dwelling | 28 Crystal Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Residential | under review | 2026-02-12 | — |
| 424 Grove Street Second Level Addition | 424 Grove Street, Melrose, MA, 02176 | Development | under review | 2026-02-11 | — |
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Recent Melrose projects by entitlement status
| Status in pipeline | Recent projects |
|---|---|
| Under review | 15 |
Melrose development — frequently asked questions
- How many development projects are happening in Melrose, Massachusetts?
- Boardwalk has indexed 3,442 development projects in Melrose, Massachusetts year-to-date in 2026, led by residential (795). Data refreshes weekly from source city and county meeting records.
- How early does Boardwalk surface Melrose projects?
- At the planning and zoning stage — typically 12 to 24 months before a building permit or construction bid exists. Each record is captured from the source city council or planning commission packet.
- Which county is Melrose in?
- Melrose is in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.